Murph welcomes back another old friend and colleague, retired FBI Special Agent Dale Watson. Dale shares his journey from college to the U.S. Army, to joining the FBI. Working his way up through the ranks, Dale became involved in counterintelligence, counterterrorism, and crisis management. He participated in several high-profile investigations including bombings in Oklahoma City, Khobar Towers in Saudi Arabia, USS Cole in Yemen, U.S. Embassies in Kenya and Tanzania, the anthrax mailings, and th...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 173
Murph welcomes back another old friend and colleague, retired FBI Special Agent Dale Watson. Dale shares his journey from college to the U.S. Army, to joining the FBI. Working his way up through the ranks, Dale became involved in counterintelligence, counterterrorism, and crisis management. He participated in several high-profile investigations including bombings in Oklahoma City, Khobar Towers in Saudi Arabia, USS Cole in Yemen, U.S. Embassies in Kenya and Tanzania, the anthrax mailings, and th...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 173
Murph welcomes Morgan Wright back to Game of Crimes. They catch up on each other’s lives and careers since Morgan’s departure from the show in April 2024. They reflect on their law enforcement backgrounds, share insights from their careers, and reminisce about the podcast's journey since its inception. The conversation is filled with humor, anecdotes, and a deep understanding of crime and law enforcement. The conversation highlights the need for community engagement in law enforcement and the fu...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 172
Murph welcomes Morgan Wright back to Game of Crimes. They catch up on each other’s lives and careers since Morgan’s departure from the show in April 2024. They reflect on their law enforcement backgrounds, share insights from their careers, and reminisce about the podcast's journey since its inception. The conversation is filled with humor, anecdotes, and a deep understanding of crime and law enforcement. The conversation highlights the need for community engagement in law enforcement and the fu...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 172
Murph welcomes John Doe (not his real name), a veteran of the US Marine Corps, local cop, Massachusetts State Trooper, and retired DEA Special Agent. John worked extensively as an international undercover agent with DEA, and he continues to receive death threats. John shares his experiences in undercover drug enforcement operations, detailing the complexities of international drug trafficking, particularly in relation to Operation Titan. He discusses the challenges faced during undercover meetin...
Nov 19, 2024•53 min•Ep. 171
Murph welcomes John Doe (not his real name), a veteran of the US Marine Corps, local cop, Massachusetts State Trooper, and retired DEA Special Agent. John worked extensively as an international undercover agent with DEA, and he continues to receive death threats. John shares his experiences in undercover drug enforcement operations, detailing the complexities of international drug trafficking, particularly in relation to Operation Titan. He discusses the challenges faced during undercover meetin...
Nov 18, 2024•45 min•Ep. 171
Murph welcomes Mike Denton, a decorated and wounded military veteran, and Orlando police officer. Mike shares his experiences in the US Army, being a member of the 173rd Airborne Brigade, Chosen Company, and his 15-month deployment to Afghanistan. They discuss the Battle of Wanat that was covered in the book, “ The Chosen Few” by Gregg Zoroya. Mike highlights the complexities of military operations, the importance of leadership, and the emotional toll of war on soldiers. Mike shares harrowing ac...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 170
Murph welcomes Mike Denton, a decorated and wounded military veteran, and Orlando police officer. Mike shares his experiences in the US Army, being a member of the 173rd Airborne Brigade, Chosen Company, and his 15-month deployment to Afghanistan. They discuss the Battle of Wanat that was covered in the book, “ The Chosen Few” by Gregg Zoroya. Mike highlights the complexities of military operations, the importance of leadership, and the emotional toll of war on soldiers. Mike shares harrowing ac...
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 170
Murph welcomes another old friend, William “Bill” Matthews, to the Game of Crimes. Bill is a US Navy veteran and a retired DEA agent. He discusses how his family history influenced his law enforcement career, highlighting the impact of drug-related issues on his decision. Bill shares his experiences as a new agent working with the Los Angeles Police Department, working in the DEA Special Operations Division, his overseas assignment in Brazil, and returning to the US where he moved up through the...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 169
Murph welcomes another old friend, William “Bill” Matthews, to the Game of Crimes. Bill is a US Navy veteran and a retired DEA agent. He discusses how his family history influenced his law enforcement career, highlighting the impact of drug-related issues on his decision. Bill shares his experiences as a new agent working with the Los Angeles Police Department, working in the DEA Special Operations Division, his overseas assignment in Brazil, and returning to the US where he moved up through the...
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 169
This week, Murph talks with Earl Cowan, a former police officer at the University of Central FL, and now the Chief of Police for the Swinomish Tribe in northern Washington state. While recounting some humorous law enforcement stories, they discuss the complexities of tribal law enforcement, including the authority and jurisdiction of tribal police, the importance of collaboration with local and federal law enforcement agencies, and the unique challenges faced by indigenous communities, particula...
Oct 29, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 168
This week, Murph talks with Earl Cowan, a former police officer at the University of Central FL, and now the Chief of Police for the Swinomish Tribe in northern Washington state. While recounting some humorous law enforcement stories, they discuss the complexities of tribal law enforcement, including the authority and jurisdiction of tribal police, the importance of collaboration with local and federal law enforcement agencies, and the unique challenges faced by indigenous communities, particula...
Oct 28, 2024•52 min•Ep. 168
Murph welcomes Greg Kading, a seasoned Los Angeles law enforcement professional with a 25-year career, to discuss the infamous murders of Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls. They discuss the various theories, the involvement of law enforcement, the role of gangs, the personal toll of the investigations on those involved, and the cultural implications of gangster rap. The episode balances serious topics with humor, showcasing the camaraderie and stories that come from a life in law enforcement.
Oct 22, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 167
Murph welcomes Greg Kading, a seasoned Los Angeles law enforcement professional with a 25-year career, to discuss the infamous murders of Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls. They discuss the various theories, the involvement of law enforcement, the role of gangs, the personal toll of the investigations on those involved, and the cultural implications of gangster rap. The episode balances serious topics with humor, showcasing the camaraderie and stories that come from a life in law enforcement.
Oct 21, 2024•58 min•Ep. 167
Murph welcomes back Pete Charette, a former law enforcement officer with a rich history in undercover operations. Pete details his experiences in various undercover operations, including the pivotal roles he played in the real French Connection, and the infamous Southern Comfort operation, one of the largest cocaine conspiracy cases in U.S. history. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of the drug war and the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in combating drug traf...
Oct 15, 2024•59 min•Ep. 166
Murph welcomes back Pete Charette, a former law enforcement officer with a rich history in undercover operations. Pete details his experiences in various undercover operations, including the pivotal roles he played in the real French Connection, and the infamous Southern Comfort operation, one of the largest cocaine conspiracy cases in U.S. history. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of the drug war and the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in combating drug traf...
Oct 14, 2024•56 min•Ep. 166
Murph interviews Nick Koumalatsos, a former combat veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps Raiders, and now a successful entrepreneur and personal coach. Nick talks about his life as a gang member at a young age, how he overcame that attraction, and what led him to the USMC. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, the importance of personal responsibility and development, as well as the power of belief in oneself to overcome adversity and achieve success. Nick emphasizes the need...
Oct 08, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 165
Murph interviews Nick Koumalatsos, a former combat veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps Raiders, and now a successful entrepreneur and personal coach. Nick talks about his life as a gang member at a young age, how he overcame that attraction, and what led him to the USMC. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, the importance of personal responsibility and development, as well as the power of belief in oneself to overcome adversity and achieve success. Nick emphasizes the need...
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 165
Murph brings in his old friend Matt Addington, a retired DEA agent who was a college soccer star. They share humorous and outrageous stories, and highlight the challenges and dangers faced by law enforcement, the importance of teamwork, and the impact of DEA's operations on drug cartels worldwide. Matt discusses his DEA career in multiple locations, including south FL, Op. Snow Cap, Bolivia, Peru, Colombia, Mexico, other locales, and with the CIA. Going into his life-after-DEA, Matt offers valua...
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 164
Murph brings in his old friend Matt Addington, a retired DEA agent who was a college soccer star. They share humorous and outrageous stories, and highlight the challenges and dangers faced by law enforcement, the importance of teamwork, and the impact of DEA's operations on drug cartels worldwide. Matt discusses his DEA career in multiple locations, including south FL, Op. Snow Cap, Bolivia, Peru, Colombia, Mexico, other locales, and with the CIA. Going into his life-after-DEA, Matt offers valua...
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 164
Murph welcomes Steve Kramer, a retired FBI attorney with a rich background in law enforcement and legal practice. They discuss Kramer's journey into law, the significance of DNA in criminal investigations, and the evolution of genetic genealogy as an investigative tool. Steve Kramer discusses the intricate details of the Golden State Killer case, highlighting the evolution of the killer's crimes, the role of DNA and genetic genealogy in solving cold cases, and the emotional impact on victims and...
Sep 24, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 163
Murph welcomes Steve Kramer, a retired FBI attorney with a rich background in law enforcement and legal practice. They discuss Kramer's journey into law, the significance of DNA in criminal investigations, and the evolution of genetic genealogy as an investigative tool. Steve Kramer discusses the intricate details of the Golden State Killer case, highlighting the evolution of the killer's crimes, the role of DNA and genetic genealogy in solving cold cases, and the emotional impact on victims and...
Sep 23, 2024•54 min•Ep. 163
Murph interviews Jamie McBride, a 34-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department. They discuss Jamie's background growing up in a troubled family, his career in law enforcement, some of the challenges and highlights of working in different Divisions, and his involvement in officer-involved shootings. They talk about the importance of unions in supporting police officers and the need for professionalism in law enforcement. Jamie also tells how he became involved in the TV and movie industry...
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 162
Murph interviews Jamie McBride, a 34-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department. They discuss Jamie's background growing up in a troubled family, his career in law enforcement, some of the challenges and highlights of working in different Divisions, and his involvement in officer-involved shootings. They talk about the importance of unions in supporting police officers and the need for professionalism in law enforcement. Jamie also tells how he became involved in the TV and movie industry...
Sep 16, 2024•48 min•Ep. 162
Murph interviews Giovanni Rocco, a 27-year veteran of law enforcement in Hudson County, New Jersey. Rocco shares stories from his time working undercover with the DEA and FBI, and discusses his book “Giovanni's Ring: My Life Inside the Real Sopranos.” Rocco was able to infiltrate the DeCavalcante mafia family. Some believe the TV series “The Sopranos” was based on this crime family. Rocco describes the emotional challenges of developing relationships with criminals while maintaining his loyalty ...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 161
Murph interviews Giovanni Rocco, a 27-year veteran of law enforcement in Hudson County, New Jersey. Rocco shares stories from his time working undercover with the DEA and FBI, and discusses his book “Giovanni's Ring: My Life Inside the Real Sopranos.” Rocco was able to infiltrate the DeCavalcante mafia family. Some believe the TV series “The Sopranos” was based on this crime family. Rocco describes the emotional challenges of developing relationships with criminals while maintaining his loyalty ...
Sep 09, 2024•59 min•Ep. 161
Murph interviews Javier Mackey, a retired U.S. Army Green Beret combat veteran. They discuss who and what influenced Javier’s life, his enlisting in the U.S. Army, and becoming a member of Special Forces. Having spent multiple deployments in Afghanistan and other countries, Javier talks about being shot several times while in combat. He also describes the terrible day when his close friend and brother in arms, Staff Sergeant Robert J. Miller, was killed in action while drawing enemy fire so othe...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 160
Murph interviews Javier Mackey, a retired U.S. Army Green Beret combat veteran. They discuss who and what influenced Javier’s life, his enlisting in the U.S. Army, and becoming a member of Special Forces. Having spent multiple deployments in Afghanistan and other countries, Javier talks about being shot several times while in combat. He also describes the terrible day when his close friend and brother in arms, Staff Sergeant Robert J. Miller, was killed in action while drawing enemy fire so othe...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 160
Murph interviews Javier Mackey, a retired U.S. Army Green Beret combat veteran. They discuss who and what influenced Javier’s life, his enlisting in the U.S. Army, and becoming a member of Special Forces. Having spent multiple deployments in Afghanistan and other countries, Javier talks about being shot several times while in combat. He also describes the terrible day when his close friend and brother in arms, Staff Sergeant Robert J. Miller, was killed in action while drawing enemy fire so othe...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 160
Murph talks with retired Miami Dade homicide Detective Ramesh Nyberg about his 27-year career in law enforcement, with 22 of those years as a homicide Detective. Ramesh discusses how he became interested in homicide cases, the rigors and requirements of that position, and how it impacted his personal life. He shares his experience working on drug-related homicides and violence in Miami, the infamous FBI bank robbery shootout, working a murder connected to Boston mobster James “Whitey” Bulger, an...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 159
